How much does a psychiatric aide make in Portland?
$43,180a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area. That is $20.76 an hour or $3,598 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.76
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among cities
- 43 of 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,690Median: $43,180Highest 10%: $47,040
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,690 | $19.08 | |
| 25th | $43,180 | $20.76 | |
| Median | $43,180 | $20.76 | |
| 75th | $44,510 | $21.40 | |
| 90th | $47,040 | $22.62 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Massage Therapist | $78,090 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $67,140 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $64,700 |
| Dental Assistant | $61,240 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $49,180 |
| Medical Assistant | $48,540 |
| Nursing Assistant | $48,180 |
| Phlebotomist | $47,320 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $45,660 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $45,150 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatric aide make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area is $20.76 ($43,180 a year).
Do psychiatric aides make more in Portland than the national average?
No: $43,180 against $44,910 nationally, 4% less.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $46,720, so Portland pays 8% less.
Where does Portland rank for psychiatric aide pay?
43 of 70 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychiatric aide make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $39,690 or less a year; the top 10% make $47,040 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.